Police Seize Multiple Vehicles in Crackdown on Illegal Mining in Anantnag, Ganderbal | Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police have seized six vehicles and two JCB machines allegedly involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in Anantnag and Ganderbal districts, officials said on Sunday.

Acting on specific information about illegal mining activities in Sandren Nala, a police team from Police Post Janglatmandi carried out a raid near the Shivpora area of Anantnag. During the operation, the team seized three JCB machines and four tractors found engaged in illegal mineral extraction at the site.

In a separate action in Ganderbal district, police seized two tippers carrying illegally extracted construction material in the Watalbagh area falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Lar. The vehicles were intercepted during routine patrolling and checking.

Upon inspection, the tippers were found transporting mining material without valid authorisation, in violation of prescribed norms. Both vehicles were seized on the spot and the matter was referred to the Geology and Mining Department, which subsequently imposed the requisite fine under relevant legal provisions.

Police said cases have been registered under the relevant sections of law and further investigations are underway.

Jammu and Kashmir Police reiterated their commitment to taking strict action against illegal mining and other unlawful activities that harm the environment and public resources.